2021-22 ACADEMIC ADVISING GUIDE

Welcome to NSO!Dear Spartans,

Welcome to Michigan State University’s New Student Orientation (NSO), and specifically, welcome to the College of Education! The purpose of this guide is to not only help you through today, but to assist you during your entire undergraduate experience. It is ultimately your responsibility to know your degree requirements during your time at MSU. Therefore, we ask you to utilize tools like this guide, the college websites, academic advising and University resources to become an expert in your major. After all, it is YOUR JOURNEY! Make the most of it!

As a Kinesiology major, you are joining a community of faculty, staff and students who are committed to sharing knowledge, creating solutions, pursuing research and inspiring leadership in the fields of health, wellness, sport, movement and exercise physiology. We encourage you to explore your opportunities, cultivate your mentors and find your passion throughout your time at MSU.

Our challenge is to provide you with information, support and guidance toward degree completion and a rewarding career in this field. Your challenge is to take full advantage of all the College and University have to offer – from advising to career exploration; from research to internships; from student organizations to Education Abroad. The responsibility is yours. The possibilities are limitless. And it begins with NSO!

We are very pleased that you have joined the Spartan family. We look forward to collaborating with you in determining and reaching your academic, career, and life goals! GO GREEN!

Sincerely, The Kinesiology Advising Team

What is Kinesiology? Kinesiology is an academic discipline which involves the study of physical activity and its impact on health, society, and quality of life. It includes, but is not limited to, such areas of study as exercise science, motor control and development, sports business management, athletic training and sports medicine, socio-cultural aspects of sports, sport and exercise psychology, fitness leadership, and pre-professional preparation for physical therapy, occupational therapy, medicine and other clinical-related health fields.

Physical Growth and Motor Development

Health Promotion

Strength and Conditioning

Biomechanics

Adapted Physical Activity

Sport Psychology and Sociology

Sport Leadership and Coaching

Athletic Injury

The Study of Human Movement

Exercise Physiology

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KINESIOLOGY MAJOR COURSE RECORD FOR STUDENTS ENTERING MSU FS19 or LATER

Name: Date Entered MSU:

Net ID: Transfer Student?

Minor? Career Interest:

FOUNDATIONAL CORE REQUIREMENTS – minimum 2.0 grade in each course CR SEM GR

KIN 173 Foundations of Kinesiology 3 CEM 141 General Chemistry 4 KIN 216 Applied Human Anatomy 3 KIN 251 Principles of Movement (satisfies one credit of University Lab Requirement) 4

MTH 103 College Algebra OR [MTH 103A and MTH 103B] 3

PSL 250 Intro Physiology 4

KIN CORE COURSES – minimum 2.0 grade point average overall for all courses CR SEM GR

KIN 121 The Healthy Lifestyle 3 KIN 250 Measurement in Kinesiology 3 KIN 310 Physiological Bases of Physical Activity (P: KIN173, KIN216, CEM141, PSL250) 3 KIN 330 Biomechanics of Physical Activity (P: KIN173, KIN216, KIN251) 3 KIN 360 Physical Growth/Motor Behavior (P: KIN216, KIN251) 3

KIN TIER II WRITING and INTERNSHIP COURSE REQUIREMENTS CR SEM GR

KIN 345 Sport and Exercise Psychology (W) OR KIN 445 Sport and Physical Activity in Society (W) (P: KIN173) 3

SENIOR INTERNSHIP: KIN 492 Non-Physio OR KIN 493 Physio-based (P: KIN 411) OR KIN 496 Athletic Training 3-6

COGNATE AREA OF INTEREST: CHOOSE ONE FROM APPROVED LIST, ADDITIONAL COGNATE IS OPTIONAL

COGNATE: CR SEM GR

COGNATE: CR SEM GR

ELECTIVE COURSE WORK TO REACH MINIMUM OF 120 CREDITS

COURSE CR SEM GR

COURSE CR SEM GR

COURSE CR SEM GR

MSU UNIVERSITY REQUIREMENTS – Apply to all MSU majors

WRA – Writing, Rhetoric, and American Cultures MTH – Minimum: MTH 103 and MTH 114 or MTH 124 or STT 200/201

WRA 101 4 MTH 103 (below) and/or 3 - - IAH – ARTS/HUMANITIES MTH/STT _______________________ 3-5 IAH 201-210 I / N / D 4

IAH 211 and higher I / N / D 4 ISB/ISP – GENERAL SCIENCE

ISS – SOCIAL SCIENCES ISB (satisfied by PSL 250 below) - - - ISS 200-level I / N / D 4 ISP (satisfied by CEM 141 below) - - - ISS 300-level I / N / D 4 ISB/ISP Lab - CEM 161 Chem Lab I 1

COGNATE REQUIREMENT: Minimum of 12 Unique Credits KINESIOLOGY MAJORS MUST SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETE AN APPROVED COGNATE OR SUBSTITUTE A KIN-RELATED MINOR

KINESIOLOGY DEPARTMENT COGNATES http://www.education.msu.edu/kin/undergraduate/kinesiology/requirements/#cognates

ATHLETIC INJURY AND THERAPY KIN 126 – 3 Intro to Athletic Injury KIN 127 – 1 Taping and Bracing KIN 217 – 1 Applied Human Anatomy Lab (P: KIN 216) KIN 320 – 3 Pathology of Sports Injury (P: KIN 125/126/127)

KIN 411 – 2 Exercise Physiology Lab (P: KIN 310) KIN 424 – 3 Psychology of Injury

EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY KIN 125 – 3 First Aid/Personal Safety KIN 217 – 1 Applied Human Anatomy Lab (P: KIN 216) KIN 371 – 3 Intro to Research Methods (P: KIN 250) KIN 411 – 2 Exercise Physiology Lab (P: KIN 310) KIN 465 – 3 Adapted Physical Activity

COGNITIVE AND MOTOR NEUROSCIENCE KIN 217 – 1 Applied Human Anatomy Lab (P: KIN 216) KIN 365 – 3 Sensorimotor Control (P: KIN 216) KIN 371 – 3 Intro to Research Methods (P: KIN 250)

KIN 443 – 3 Psychophysiological Aspects of KIN (P: KIN 173) KIN 465 – 3 Adapted Physical Activity

PSYCHO-SOCIAL ASPECTS OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY KIN 345 – 3 Sport and Exercise Psychology* KIN 445 – 3 Sport and Physical Activity in Society* KIN 371 – 3 Intro to Research Methods (P: KIN 250) KIN 443 – 3 Psychophysiological Aspects of KIN (P: KIN 173) KIN 465 – 3 Adapted Physical Activity * One class will count toward the cognate requirement; one classwill count toward the Kinesiology Core requirement.

SPORT MANAGEMENT KIN 454 – 3 Facility Planning & Construction KIN 456 – 2 Ethical Issues in Athletics

Elective – 7 ** ** See the Academic Advising Guide or the KIN website for suggested elective courses. Courses from the Minor in Sport Business Management are also approved substitutions. ISS courses cannot be double-counted. https://broad.msu.edu/undergraduate/programs/sports-business-management-minor/

KINESIOLOGY DEPARTMENT MINORS

HEALTH PROMOTION (18 credits) KIN 121 – 3 The Healthy Lifestyle PSY 320 – 3 Health Psychology (P: PSY101) HNF 150 – 3 Intro to Human Nutrition and Elective credits from the following – 9 cr ANP 270 HNF 102 ANP 370 HNF 310 CEP 260 HNF 385 CEP 261 HNF 406 EEM 260 HNF 415 EPI 390 HNF 457 GEO 435 PHL 344 HDFS 225 PHL 453 HDFS 444 PSY 333 HDFS 445 SOC 475 HM 101

See College website: http://www.education.msu.edu/academics/undergraduate/kinesiology/health-promotion.asp

COACHING (22-25 credits) KIN 173 – 3 Foundations in Kinesiology KIN 216 – 3 Applied Human Anatomy KIN 345 – 3 Sport & Exercise Psychology KIN 360 – 3 Physical Growth and Motor Development KIN 400 – 4 Principles of Coaching I KIN 401 – 4 Principles of Coaching II KIN XXX – 2 Sport Coaching Course or Fieldwork KIN 125 – 3 First Aid & Personal Safety OR

Current certification in First Aid and CPR (documented through an approved source)

See College website: http://www.education.msu.edu/academics/undergraduate/kinesiology/coaching.asp

Updated May, 2021

Writing, Rhetoric & American Cultures (WRA)

Tier I Requirement: WRA 101 (4 credits)

Tier II Requirement: Kinesiology Majors will take KIN 345 or KIN 445 (3 credits)

Integrative Studies in Arts and Humanities (IAH)

2 courses (8 credits):

IAH 201-210* (4 credits) *WRA 101 is pre-requisite

IAH 211 and higher (4 credits)

Integrative Studies in Social Science (ISS)

2 courses (8 credits)

ISS 200-level (4 credits)

ISS 300-level (4 credits)

University Diversity Requirement

All IAH & ISS courses will be identified with a diversity designation. This is indicated after the course title. Students must complete 2 of 3 diversity categories (D, N, I) in the 4 required IAH/ISS courses listed above.

D = Multicultural Diversity

I = International Diversity

N = National Diversity

Mathematics Requirement (MTH)

Complete 1 of the following:

a. MTH 103 (or MTH 103A + 103B) + MTH114

b. MTH 103 (or MTH 103A + 103B) + MTH124

c. MTH 103 (or MTH 103A + 103B) + STT 2XXd. MTH 116 or MTH 124 or MTH 132

MTH 103A + MTH 103B can substitute for MTH 103. MTH 103A is graded as P/F. Both classesmust be passed to count as MTH 103.

Integrated Studies in Biological Science (ISB) & Integrated Studies in Physical Science (ISP)

Kinesiology majors will complete the following:

ISB = Physiology: PSL 250 (4 credits)

ISP = Chemistry: CEM 141 (4 credits)

ISB/ISP lab requirement: CEM 161 and KIN 251;

both are required for Kinesiology majors.

HONORS COLLEGE STUDENTS

Honors College students will take alternate courses to satisfy University Requirements:

• 1 course in introductory writing• 2 courses in the area of the arts and humanities• 2 courses in the area of the social sciences• 2 courses in the area of the natural sciences –

CEM 141 & PSL 250 for Kinesiology majors

See the Honors College website for additional information.

University Requirements

KIN Major Foundational Core

Requirement All KIN students must complete the following courses with a 2.0 or better:

Degree Summary and Credits

Kinesiology Majors

University GEN ED Requirements ≈35

Kinesiology Courses 31

Cognate Requirement ≈12

Elective Courses ≈42

CREDITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION 120

• Grades in the following courses must equate to an average GPA of 2.0: KIN 121, KIN 173, KIN 250, KIN 310, KIN 330 and KIN 360.

• A minimum of 120 credits is required for a bachelor’s degree at MSU.

KIN 173 (3) Foundations of Kinesiology MTH 103 (3) College Algebra CEM 141 (4) General Chemistry I KIN 216 (3) Applied Human Anatomy KIN 251 (4) Principles of Human Movement PSL 250 (4) Introductory Physiology

Suggested Elective Courses for Kinesiology Majors

All Students ADV 205 Principles of Advertising (3) ADV 260 Principles of Public Relations (3) ANP 200 Navigating Another Culture (2) ANP 204 Intro to Medical Anthropology (3, US) ANP 270 Women & Health Perspectives (3, FS & US) CAS 114 Creativity and Entrepreneurship (3) CEP 240 Diverse Learners in a Multicultural Perspect (3) CEP 260 Dynamics of Personal Adjustment (3) CEP 261 Substance Abuse (3) COM 100 Human Communication (3) COM 225 Interpersonal Communication (3) COM 240 Intro to Organizational Communication (4) COM 275 Effects of Mass Communication (3) CSD 203 Intro to Communicative Sciences (3) CSS 120 Issues in Food and Agriculture (3, FS) CSS 202 World of Turf (2) CSS 222 New Horizons in Biotechnology (2, FS) CSUS 273 Introduction to Travel & Tourism (3, FS & SS) EAD 315 Student Leadership (3) EPI 200 Multi-disciplinary Approach to Global Public

Health & Epidemiology (3, FS) Dept approval ESHP 190 The Art of Starting (3, FS & SS) FL Foreign Language

Check schedule for semester options GEO 214 Geography of Drugs (3, FS even years) GEO 215 Sports Geography (3, FS odd years) GEO 235 Geography Environment & Health (3, SS) HB 100 Intro to Hospitality Business (2) HB 105 Service Management Principles (2) Rec: HB 100 HDFS 145 The Individual, Couples & Families (3) HDFS 211 Child Growth and Development (3) HDFS 212 Children, Youth and Family (3) HDFS 225 Lifespan Human Development in the Family (3) HDFS 238 Personal Finance (3)

HM 101 Introduction to Public Health (3) HNF 101 Personal Nutrition and Health (3, US) HNF 102 Dietary Supplements (3, US) HNF 150 Introduction to Human Nutrition (3) HRLR 212 Career Management (3, US) HST 220 History of Food and Alcohol (3, FS) HST 324 History of Sport in America (3, SS & US) HST 329 College Sports History (3, FS & SS) JRN 108 The World of Media (3) JRN 218 Sports Media I (3, FS) KIN 125 First Aid & Personal Safety (3, FS & SS) KIN 1XX Kinesiology Activity classes (1)

Check schedule for semester options KIN 465 Adapted Physical Activity (3) P: KIN 173 LB 240 Bioethics: Theories & Methods (2) P: WRA 101 LB 270 Medical Terminology (2, US) P: PSL 250 MI 101 Understanding Media & Info (3) PSY 101 Introductory Psychology (4) PSY 238 Developmental Psychology: Lifespan (3, FS) P:

PSY 101 PSY 244 Developmental Psychology: Infancy through

Childhood (3) P: PSY101 RAD 590 Independent Study in Radiology (1 or 3)

(Spartan Performance) REL 185 Intro to Religion & Nonprofits (3, FS & SS) SOC 100 Introduction to Sociology (4) SOC 214 Social Inequality (3) SOC 215 Race and Ethnicity (3) SOC 216 Sex and Gender (3) SOC 316 Youth and Society (3) SOC 350 Society and Mental Health (3) TE 101 Social Foundations of Justice and Equity in

Education (3) UGS 1xx Check schedule for semester options

Juniors and Seniors OnlyANP 370 Culture, Health & Illness (3) P: ANP 201 or ANP

204 or WRA 101 ANP 425 Issues in Medical Anthropology (3,FS)

P: ANP 201 or ANP 204 CEP 460 Communication Skill Training for the Helping

Professional (3, FS & SS) CEP 470 Disabilities in a Diverse Society (3, FS & SS) COM 300 Methods of Communication Inquiry (3) P:

Completion of Univ Math Requirement COM 302 Special Topics in Health Communication (3, FS)

P: COM 300 COM 310 Intercultural Communication (3, SS & US) EC 370 Economics of Sport (3, US) P: EC 201

ENG 473A Literature and Medicine (3, FS) P: WRA 101 EPI 390 Disease in Society (4, SS & US) EPI 495 Epidemiology & Behavioral Health in Society (3,

US) GEO 435 Geography of Health Disease (3, FS) HDFS 445 Human Sexuality (3) HDFS 449 Special Needs Children & their Families (3, SS)

P: HDFS211 HNF 310 Nutrition in Medicine for Pre-Health

Professionals (3, SS & US) P: HNF 150 C: PSL 250 HNF 385 Public Health Nutrition (3, FS & US)

P: HNF 150 and STT 200 or 201

Classes offered every semester unless otherwise noted:

FS = Fall Semester SS = Spring Semester US = Summer Semester

P = Prerequisite C = Concurrent Prerequisite Rec: Recommended Prerequisite

Juniors and Seniors Continued

HNF 406 Global Foods & Culture (3, US & SS) C: HNF 150, ISS 2xx

HNF 457 Sports & Cardiovascular Nutrition (3,SS) P: HNF 150, PSL 250 and KIN 310

HST 425 American & European Health Care since 1800 (3, US) P: WRA 101, Sophomore Standing)

ISS 328 Social Science of Sport (4, FS & US) P: ISS 2xx, Sophomore Standing

KIN 300-X Coaching classes (2) P: Sophomore Standing Check schedule for semester options

KIN 402 Coaching for Strength & Conditioning & Fitness (2, SS)

KIN 424 Psychology of Injury (3, FS & US)

KIN 443 Psychophysiological Aspects of KIN (3, FS) KIN 454 Facility Planning and Construction (3, SS) NUR 423 Transitional Needs in Adults with

Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (3 OST 401 Selected Topics in Osteopathic Medicine (1) PHL 344 Ethical Issues in Health Care (4) PHL 453 Ethics in Global Health Care (3, SS) PHM 321 Common Drugs (3, FS & SS) P: PSL250 PSY 317 Sexual Assault (3, US) P: PSY101 PSY 320 Health Psychology (3) P: PSY101 PSY 333 The Neurobiology of Food Intake and

Overeating (3, FS) P: PSY101, Rec: PSY 209 SOC 475 Health and Society (3, FS & SS)

Suggested Electives for Students Interested in Business and/or Sport Management

ACC 230 Survey of Accounting Concepts (3) ADV 205 Principles of Advertising (3) ADV 225 Writing for Public Relations (3) Dept Approval ADV 260 Principles of Public Relations (3) ADV 420 New Media Driver’s License (3) P: Sophomore

Standing BUS 291 Introduction to Business (3, FS) CAS 114 Creativity & Entrepreneurship (3) COM 100 Human Communication (3) COM 225 Interpersonal Communication (3) COM 240 Intro to Organizational Communication (4) COM 275 Effects of Mass Communication (3) COM 300 Methods of Communication Inquiry (3) P:

Completion of Univ Math Requirement COM 310 Intercultural Communication (3, SS & US) COM 325 Interpersonal Influence & Conflict (3)

C: COM 300 or MKT 313 EAD 315 Student Leadership (3) EC 201 Introduction to Microeconomics (3) EC 202 Introduction to Macroeconomics (3) EC 370 Economics of Sport (3, US) P: EC 201 ESHP 190 The Art of Starting (3, FS & SS) GEO 215 Sports Geography (3, FS odd years) HB 420 The Business of Golf (3) P: Junior Standing HST 324 History of Sport in America (3, SS & US) HST 329 College Sports History (3, FS & US) HRLR 201 Human Capital and Society (3, FS & SS) HRLR 211 Intro to Organizational Leadership (3) HRLR 311 Applied Org Leadership (3) P: HRLR 211

ISS 215 Social Differentiation and Inequality (4) ISS 328 Social Science of Sport (4, FS & US) P: ISS 2xx,

Sophomore Standing JRN 108 Introduction to Mass Media (3) JRN 200 Writing and Reporting News I (3)

P: WRA 101 and Dept Approval JRN 218 Sports in Contemporary Media (3, FS & SS)

P: WRA 101 JRN 417 Sports Reporting II (3)

P: JRN 200 and JRN 218 KIN 401 Principles of Coaching II (4, SS) P: Junior

Standing KIN 454 Facility Planning and Construction (3, SS) KIN 456 Ethical Issues in Athletics (2, US) P: Junior

Standing KIN 490 Independent Study (1-4) see KIN advisor KIN 494 Fieldwork (1-4) see KIN advisor MGT 325 Management Skills & Processes (3) P: Junior

Standing MGT 479 Sports Business Management (3) Dept Approval MI 101 Understanding Media & Information (3) MI 201 Media & Information Technologies & Industries

(3) P: MI 101MI 301 Bringing Media to Market (3, SS & SS) C: MI 201

or P: CAS 114 or ESHP 190MKT 327 Intro to Marketing (3) P: Junior Standing PHL 345 Business Ethics (4, FS) P: Junior Standing PSY 255 Industrial & Organizational Psychology (3, SS) P:

PSY 101

Kinesiology Academic Four-Year Plan Use this page as a guide, not a rigid plan. Meet with an academic advisor often!

FRESHMAN YEAR: Fall Semester through Summer Semester (28 credits by end of Summer Semester)

WRA 101 (4)

MTH XXX: See University Requirements Page for Options (3-6)

ISS 2XX: See Schedule of Courses for Options (4)

CEM 141 & 161: General Chemistry (4) and Lab 1 (1) (5)

KIN 121: The Healthy Lifestyle (3)

KIN 173: Foundations of Kinesiology (3)

Electives* (3-9)

SOPHOMORE YEAR: Fall Semester through Summer Semester (56 credits by end of Summer Semester)

IAH 201-210: See Schedule of Courses for Options (4)

ISS 3XX: See Schedule of Courses for Options (4)

PSL 250: Introductory Physiology (4)

KIN 216: Applied Human Anatomy (3)

KIN 251: Principles of Human Movement (4)

Electives or Courses Left from Previous Year * (9-12)

JUNIOR YEAR: Fall Semester through Summer Semester (88 credits by end of Summer Semester)

IAH 211-241: See Schedule of Courses for Options (4)

KIN 250: Measurement in Kinesiology (3)

KIN 310: Physiological Bases of Physical Activity (3)

KIN 360: Physical Growth/Motor Behavior (3)

Cognate courses: See KIN Program Grid for Full List

-Examples include:

- KIN 125: First Aid and Personal Safety (3)

- KIN 371: Intro Research Methods KIN (3)

- KIN 424: Psychology of Injury (3)

Electives or Courses Left from Previous Year * (9-12)

SENIOR YEAR: Fall Semester through Spring Semester (120 credits by Spring or Summer Semester) KIN 330: Biomechanics of Physical Activity (3)

KIN 345 or KIN 445: Tier II Writing Course (3)

Cognate courses to reach 120 credits:

-Examples include:

- KIN 217: Applied Human Anatomy Lab (1)

- KIN 365: Sensorimotor Control (3)

- KIN 411: Lab Exp in Exercise Physiology (2)

- KIN 465: Adaptive Physical Activity (3)

KIN 492 or KIN493: Senior Internship (3-6)

Electives or Courses Left from Previous Year * (12-15)

*See suggested electives page or list on KIN website under Student Resources. Elective courses canalso be used for minor completion or Pre-Professional graduate school preparation.

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KINESIOLOGY COURSE PLANNING TOOL COGNATE:

NAME DATE

PRE-REQS: KIN 173

KIN 216 KIN 310 KIN 411 KIN 493 internship KIN 330 PSL 250

KIN 251 CEM 141 KIN 492 or 496 internship

FALL CR SPRING CR SUMMER CR

TOTAL CREDITS TOTAL CREDITS TOTAL CREDITS

FALL CR SPRING CR SUMMER CR

TOTAL CREDITS TOTAL CREDITS TOTAL CREDITS

FALL CR SPRING CR SUMMER CR

TOTAL CREDITS TOTAL CREDITS TOTAL CREDITS

FALL CR SPRING CR SUMMER CR

TOTAL CREDITS TOTAL CREDITS TOTAL CREDITS

TOTAL CREDITS TO GRADUATE: 120

IMPORTANT: THIS SCHEDULE IS A STUDENT TOOL/GUIDE, NOT A RIGID PLAN! STUDENTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR KNOWING UNIVERSITY, COLLEGE, DEPARTMENT AND GRAD SCHOOL REQUIREMENTS.

KIN 173

KIN 216

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Academic Planning Tools STU·INFO StuInfo is the gateway to your MSU student records and can be used to view confidential messages,course schedules and grades, student account information, HOLDS, unofficial transcripts, important dates and much more. Consider StuInfo as your “Nerve Center” throughout your time at Michigan State!

• Go to stuinfo.msu.edu and log in using your MSU username and password

• Use the tabs or Quick Links to navigate to the information you need

• Confidential messages are stored under the “Other” tab

• You can also find StuInfo in the Student Information System (SIS) on your Resources Tile/"Student Resources"

CLASS SEARCH, SHOPPING CART and ENROLLMENTStudents can access the class schedule by logging in to SIS at student.msu.edu and clicking on the “Classes” tile.

1. From the home page select the Classes tile. “Manage Classes” will open with a list of menu items.2. Click Class Search & Enroll from the left-side menu.3. Select a semester.4. Search for class by Subject/Catalog Number OR Keyword Search5. Click the Search icon. A list of classes will appear in the search results list.6. Click a course in the results list to view Details, Availability and Textbook information.7. On the Details tab, click Enroll or Add to Cart.8. Review Class Preferences to verify course selection and CLICK ACCEPT.9. Review course/days/times and CLICK SUBMIT.

A Confirmation page will appear with a green checkmark indicating that the class has been added to your schedule. Help videos and Guides are available at https://sis.msu.edu/help/enrollment.html.

HOW TO MAKE AN ACADEMIC ADVISING APPOINTMENT Advising appointments are your opportunity for one-on-one time to discuss your program requirements, course schedule planning, career exploration and much more. Go to https://student.msu.edu to sign in with your two-factor authentication.

• From the home page, select the Academic Progress tile• Click the tab on the left, labeled Advising/Tutoring Appointments• Click Create New Appointment in the upper right corner• Category: choose Advising• Advising/Tutoring Unit: select College of Education• Appointment Reason: click the magnifying glass to select a reason: Kinesiology or a Minor• Additional Information: include details to help the advisor prepare for your appointment (required)• Select Appointment Type• Click on Select Advisor• Click the Time Selected drop-down menu to view available times; click on “Next Days” to make sure

you are seeing all the open times• Click on Select Time to confirm the appointment• Click Book It!”

If you need assistance, please visit the SIS Help page.

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Tips for Success from

MSU Students to MSU Students College can be a big and scary place if you do not know what to expect. We asked students who have been there to share some great inside information. Read on!

Go to class! When you feel the urge to skip class, remember missed material is impossible to get back. Borrowing another student’s notes doesn’t replace your understanding of what was discussed in class. For the next four years, taking classes is like a full-time job so plan to show up every day!

Don’t just memorize. Learn, process, relate and APPLY. What separates memorization from learning is a sense of meaning. When you just memorize a fact, it's arbitrary, interchangeable and sometimes, meaningless. You need to understand the context of what you are learning, especially since it will apply to other classes you take at MSU. Successful mastery of the KIN 173 Foundations of Kinesiology course material, for example, will definitely lead to successful understanding of your Anatomy and Physiology classes next year!

Your instructors are there for you. Get to know your course instructors and TAs. Ask questions in class if you aren’t sure about the material. Taking advantage of instructor office hours can give you important insight, clarify information and enhance performance on tests. Your instructors are there to help.

Meet with an academic advisor at least once a semester. Academic advisors can keep you on track with your degree requirements, ensure that your semester loads are balanced, explore KIN career paths, and much more. Come see us! Take advantage of our great Peer Advisors, too. They have been where you are!

Develop good study habits. Research proves that cramming is not conducive to effective learning and test taking. It takes the human brain time to form long-term memories. If you prepare ahead of time and then review material and class notes each week, you will perform better on exams. Check out good strategies on the KIN website under Resources for Students!

Keep Academic Integrity. One paper or exam grade is not worth the possibility of getting expelled from MSU, or not getting into graduate school because of plagiarism or cheating.

MSU is a great place to meet other students. • Attend athletic events. Having top-10 programs in both basketball and football is a true

rarity. Enjoy the Spartan Spirit!

• Explore student organizations/clubs on campus and attend special events. Studies showthat student involvement leads to student success.

• Be open minded; you will meet lots of new people at MSU and you never know what eachperson has to offer.

• Explore things that interest you; college is about growing and learning about yourself.

• You’re at a wonderful place. Maximize your experience and enjoy!

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Exploring Opportunities: What KIN You Do?

Sometimes it feels like you’re supposed to have it all figured out on your first day of college; like you’re supposed to know exactly what you’re going to do for the rest of your life. The reality is that college is the time to begin figuring it all out! Gathering information about the field of Kinesiology starts now with job shadowing, career/graduate school exploration, informational interviewing, networking and internships.

Building a network of people who are in the field allows you to explore career possibilities, gain insight into how to prepare for jobs or grad school and might even lead to an internship or letter of recommendation! Who knows? You might discover a Kinesiology path you never considered or even knew existed!

“Making KIN-nections” is a great way to get started! Plan now to attend this career exploration event on the first Friday in November. Meet with professionals, kinesiology researchers and student organization leaders to learn more about careers and opportunities in health, wellness, fitness, sport and more.

Check out the Student Resources section of the KIN website for helpful tips and information on Making KIN-nections, strategies for career exploration, getting involved, job-shadowing, internships, and a look at what some of our KIN alumni are doing with their degrees!

The Senior "KINternship" is required for all Kinesiology majors and is completed once a student has reached senior standing (88 credits). What you need to know:

• Students enroll for KIN 492, 493 or 496 depending on the type of experience:

o KIN 492 – Experience focused on health, wellness, sport, etc.

o KIN 493 – Exercise Physiology-based experience (KIN 411 is a required pre-requisite course)

o KIN 496 – Directed observation in Athletic Training (Prereqs: KIN 125, KIN 126, KIN 127)

• Students may enroll for 3-6 credits

• Students must log 45 hours of time for each credit earned

• A Pre-Internship Orientation Module must be completed the semester before the internship

• Students are responsible for finding the internship site, resources are available

• Talk to your advisor if you are considering an out-of-state placement

• All sites must be approved by the Internship Coordinator

Additional information, including links and answers to frequently-asked questions, is available in the Degree Requirements section of the KIN website

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CAREER PATHWAYSKIN CAREERS

BUSINESSFITNESS, WELLNESS& REHABILITATION

MASTER'S

GOVERNMENT/NONPROFIT

Certified Personal Trainer

Community Health Educator

Exercise Physiologist/Cardiac Rehabilitation

Specialist

Health Club/Fitness CenterManager

Strength & Conditioning Coach

Wellness Coordinator

HEALTHPROFESSIONAL

ALUMNI STORIES AT

Athletic Training

Chiropractic Medicine

Medical School

Nursing (BS)

Occupational Therapy

EDUCATION.MSU.EDU/KIN/CAREERS

Insurance Underwriter

Medical/Pharmaceutical Sales Rep.

Sports Event Coordinator

Technical/Healthcare Recruiter

Behavioral Health Technician

Case Manager

Community Coordinator

With a Bachelor's in Kinesiology

With an Advanced Degree

Applied Behavior

Analysis

Dietetics/Nutrition

Exercise Physiology/

Kinesiology (Research)

Health Administration

Highly competitive, science curriculum

For career advising, make an appointment at msu.joinhandshake.com

Orthotics &

Prosthetics

Physical Therapy

Physician Asst.

Speech/Language

Pathology

Health Risk Comm.

Health Informatics

Public Health

Rehab. Counseling

Sport Management

PATIENT CARE

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Physical Therapy Assistant

Respiratory Therapist

With post-graduate certificate in accredited program

ONETonline.org For more career info:

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EDUCATION

Michigan State University, East Lansing MI May 2024 Bachelor of Science, Kinesiology Traverse City Central High School, Traverse City, MI June 2020 GPA: 3.5/4.0

EXPERIENCE MSU Recreational Sports & Fitness Services, East Lansing, MI September 2020-Present Student Assistant

• Monitored activity of up to 200 patrons per shift and provided quality customer service. • Collaborated with co-workers to provide information for patrons on health, wellness,

safety, displayed throughout facility. Boy Scouts of America – Grand Traverse County, Grawn, MI June 2014-Present Eagle Scout

• Awarded Scouting’s highest rank in 2014 - Troop 22. • Supervised and assisted the building of 4 cedar benches for local scenic trails. • Recruited approximately 20 new scouts and contributed over 150 hours. • Developed leadership skills through project planning and execution.

Grand Traverse Bay YMCA, Traverse City, MI April 2018-March 2020 Pee Wee Sports Instructor

• Gained experience providing sports instruction to kids age 5 and under. • Contributed up to 10 hours a week while in school and worked as much as 30 weeks

during the summers. • Only high school student invited to handle youth programs without the supervision of a

full time staff member.

LEADERSHIP & INVOLVEMENT Phi Epsilon Kappa (PEK) Kinesiology Organization, Member September 2020-Present Munson Medical Center, Physical Therapy Job Shadow Fall 2019 Relay for Life, Volunteer & Participant Spring 2019 & 2020 Varsity Track and Field Team, Athlete Fall 2017-Fall 2019 High School Marching Band, Member August 2018-June 2020

Once you gain more college experience you won’t need to list your high school or experiences prior to coming to MSU anymore.

Get involved at MSU. Successful students join clubs and organizations and eventually take on leadership positions.

Include your intended major and cognates/ specializations once you decide your focus. Not sure what to pick? Don’t worry; there is plenty of time to explore.

Try having a part-time job when you’re ready. This shows you are responsible and can manage your time. Choose one that is related to your career goals or will help you gain much needed transferrable skills.

Start volunteering or job shadowing in your field of interest to decide what you like and what you don’t.

Avoid highlighting only “jobs” on your resume. Valuable experiences can also be volunteer, research, or leadership-based. Choose those that have helped you gain valuable skill sets.

Need more help with your resume? Make an appointment with a career advisor by going to www.msu.joinhandshake.com/appointments.

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Student Resources COLLEGE OF EDUCATION

• College Website http://education.msu.edu

• Advisors/Appointments http://education.msu.edu/academics/undergraduate/advisors.asp

• Kinesiology Undergraduate Website http://www.education.msu.edu/kin/undergraduate/kinesiology/

Admission and Degree requirements, resources for students, KINternship information

• KINnections http://edwp.educ.msu.edu/kin-nections/

Advisor blog, news and information for KIN majors

ACADEMIC SUPPORT AND ENGAGEMENT • Academic Programs Catalog https://reg.msu.edu/AcademicPrograms/

Listing of University policies and academic programs and their requirements:

• Neighborhood Student Success Collaborative http://nssc.msu.edu

Access point to academic support and tutoring resources, transition to college programs

• TRIO Student Support Services http://oss.msu.edu/

For students accepted in the TRIO Program: 209 Bessey Hall, 517-353-5210

• Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities https://www.rcpd.msu.edu/

For students with documented disabilities: 120 Bessey Hall, 517-884-7273

• Writing Center http://writing.msu.edu

Assistance and workshops, 300 Bessey Hall, 517-432-3610

CAREERS • Kinesiology Careers Consultant http://www.education.msu.edu/resources/students/career-services.asp

KIN Career Exploration, skill development, resume writing/review and more! 134 Erickson Hall

• Career Services Network http://careernetwork.msu.edu/

Career advising, preparation: 556 Student Services Building, 517-355-9510

FINANCIAL AID • Office of Financial Aid http://finaid.msu.edu 252 Student Services Building, 517-353-5940

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES • Center for Service Learning and Civic Engagement http://www.servicelearning.msu.edu/

Outreach and community engagement opportunities: 27 Student Services Building, 517-353-4400

COUNSELING & HEALTH • MSU Counseling and Psychiatric Services https://caps.msu.edu/

Emergency and ongoing student support: Olin Health Center – 3rd Floor, 517-355-8270

• Olin Health Center http://www.olin.msu.edu/

Medical care, health promotion, pharmacy services: East Circle Drive, 517-884-6546

Neighborhood health clinics are also located in Brody, Holden, Hubbard and McDonel halls

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Clubs/Organizations for KIN Majors http://studentlife.msu.edu/ and http://education.msu.edu/academics/undergraduate/get-involved/

Adaptive Sports and Recreation Club provides students opportunities to promote the health, social, and psychological benefits of physical activity for individuals with physical disabilities, through group and one-on-one athlete interaction. http://www.recsports.msu.edu/adaptiverec/adaptiveclub.html

Alternative Spartan Breaks offers a variety of weekend, winter and spring break trips throughout the US and beyond, matching students to opportunities for community service/education, as well as exploration of cultural diversity and social justice issues. http://asb.msu.edu/

Athletic Training Club focuses on educational, outreach, and social activities for students interested in Athletic Training. http://athletictraining.msu.edu/index.html Click on “AT CLUB” tab.

Education Abroad offers over 275 programs in more than 60 countries around the world. Check out KIN-specific programs in Australia, Ghana and Tanzania! http://educationabroad.isp.msu.edu/

Exercise is Medicine is a program that partners faculty, staff and students with physical activity mentors to promote physical activity on-campus. https://www.facebook.com/MichiganStateEIMOC/

Future Leaders in Sports & Entertainment (FLISE) provides MSU students with the opportunity to meet with and learn from successful industry professionals in sports and entertainment. https://msuflise.com/

Minorities Ma’KIN Moves is a student-led organization that seeks to create and continually cultivate an academically and socially attainable space where underrepresented Kinesiology graduate and undergraduate students can unite to establish an inclusive community. To get involved, contact MMM.

MSU Recreational Sports and Fitness Services promotes healthy lifestyles for students, faculty and staff through sport, fitness and recreational activities, including Intramural and Club Sports. http://www.recsports.msu.edu/about/index.html

Phi-Epsilon Kappa (PEK) is a national professional society for students interested in Kinesiology fields. The MSU chapter conducts educational and social events and contributes to service activities on campus and in the greater Lansing area. https://www.facebook.com/groups/MSUpek/

Pre-Chiropractic Association offers education, professional interaction, graduate school information and social events for students interested in the field of Chiropractic medicine. https://www.facebook.com/groups/msupca/

Pre-Medical Association at MSU provides undergraduates with opportunities and information needed to be successful medical school applicants. https://www.facebook.com/groups/MSUPMA/

Pre-Physical & Occupational Therapy Association (PPOTA) provides undergraduates with information needed to be successful PT or OT graduate program applicants, as well as opportunities for community service and social interaction. https://www.facebook.com/groups/189846831981/

Pre-Physician Assistant Club informs students of the history and purpose of the profession, provides information concerning admission requirements to the Physician Assistant Programs accredited by the AAPA, and informs students about the application process through CASPA. https://www.facebook.com/groups/5966165793/

Spartan Performance, in collaboration with MSU SportsMEDICINE and Rehabilitation Medicine, employs student interns who assist in providing an integrated, holistic approach to the care and training of high school and college athletes. http://spartanperformance.msu.edu/

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KIN Research Opportunities For additional information on research opportunities in Kinesiology, the College of Education and as the University level, please refer to the “Resources for Students” tab on the Kinesiology Undergraduate Website. http://www.education.msu.edu/kin/undergraduate/kinesiology/resources/#research-opportunities

Center for Physical Activity and Health (CPAH) partners with businesses, organizations, and industries to help develop policy initiatives related to promoting a healthier lifestyle. http://education.msu.edu/kin/cpah/

Health Behaviors and Cognition Laboratory (HBCL) engages in highly interdisciplinary research, drawing heavily from the domains of kinesiology, cognitive psychology, and neuroscience. http://education.msu.edu/kin/hbcl/

Human Energy Research Laboratory (HERL) investigates the anatomical and physiological effects of physical activity of various types, intensity and duration, with the primary goal of enhancing human health and wellness. http://education.msu.edu/kin/cpah/research/default2.asp#herl

Institute for the Study of Youth Sports (ISYS) provides leadership, conducts scientific research and engages in service or outreach in youth sports to maximize the beneficial physical, psychological and social effects of participation for children and youth while minimizing detrimental effects. http://edwp.educ.msu.edu/isys/

Motor Learning and Rehabilitation Engineering Laboratory (MOTRE) focuses to understand the fundamental questions of skilled and coordinated motor learning, especially in the context of the rehabilitation of movement disorders. https://sites.google.com/site/motrelab/home

Motor Neuroscience Laboratory (MNL) uses behavioral and neurophysiological research techniques to address questions about brain mechanisms underlying human motor control.

PhysicaL Activity in Youth with Disabilities (PLAY’d) Lab focuses on the health and development of typically developing children and children with Down syndrome and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Research and understanding of how the promotion of physical activity in early life influences body composition and motor skill development throughout childhood. http://education.msu.edu/kin/playdlab/

Sensorimotor Development Lab (SDLab) focuses on motor development throughout the lifespan, specifically in the context of how infants and young children learn to interact with the surrounding environment and how new behaviors and movement patterns emerge out of previous ones. http://education.msu.edu/kin/research/sdlab/index.html

Social & Motivational Processes in Physical Activity Lab (SiMPL) targets social and motivational processes within sport, physical education, and other youth physical activity contexts. Explores how physical activity contributes to psychological and social development as well as how to promote physical activity behavior in youth. http://www.education.msu.edu/kin/research/SiMPL/index.html

Spartan Motorsport Performance Lab pioneers research in professional motorsports, working with leading drivers, teams and organizations through several concurrent studies. http://education.msu.edu/kin/smpl/

Sports Injury Research Laboratory (SIRL) focuses in the areas of knee joint injury and sport related concussion. http://education.msu.edu/kin/sirl/

Sports Skills Program (SSP) provides students with an opportunity to facilitate sports skills development in children and adults with disabilities. Students enroll in KIN 465, Adapted Physical Activity. http://education.msu.edu/kin/research/ssp.asp

Exergames Research Lab (XRL) is dedicated to improving the way people exercise by leveraging the potential of exergames (exercise video games) and group dynamics theories to enhance motivation during activity. http://education.msu.edu/kin/xrl/

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